OUR STORY
In December 2013, Roberta received a diagnosis of Stage IIB, Estrogen Positive Invasive Ductal Carcinoma Breast Cancer. During her treatment, she identified a significant gap in the medical community regarding the care and involvement of historically excluded populations. Determined to address these disparities, Roberta confidently committed herself to bridging the divide for Black/African American and Person of Color communities through impactful outreach programs and by emphasizing the importance of clinical trials. Today, she is actively engaged with several organizations, making a powerful impact in the cancer community.
Donna Noce Calaco Going Beyond Award
When Bobbi was diagnosed with breast cancer, one of the organizations that helped her in her time of need was, Living Beyond Breast Cancer (LBBC). In the years since her diagnosis, LBBC, has continued to be a resource and a place for Bobbi to be able to give back. She is an advocate for those in the breast cancer community and beyond. In the midst of her journey, she has recognized the need for representation for Black women and people of color who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. Answering the call to advocate, Bobbi has positioned herself to be a force within the cancer community both among her peers and with medical professionals alike.
In 2020, Bobbi was set to be honored by LBBC at their annual Butterfly Ball with the “Donna Noce Calaco Going Beyond Award.” In 2021, LBBC had their Butterfly Ball in person and Bobbi was able to be honored for her advocacy.
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